Starting
and
Basic
Operations
NOTE: If you are operating this boat
for the rst time, you must follow the en-
gine and drive train break-in procedures
as described in the engine owners manual.
Failure to follow these procedures may re-
sult in serious damage and may void any
warranties!
Before Starting
Familiarize yourself with the controls
and indicators used on this MasterCraft
boat. Perform all Safety Checks and Ser-
vices as described in that part of this sec-
tion of the Owner’s Manual. Also perform
all Scheduled Maintenance Checks and
Services as described in this Owner’s Man-
ual.
Step 1: Lift the engine cover and inspect
the bilge and engine compartment
for any uid/vapor leakage. Mas-
terCraft recommends lifting the
engine compartment cover for in-
spection before each use.
Step 2: Check the hull drain plugs. Make
sure they are installed and secure.
Step 3: Operate the bilge blower for at
least four (4) minutes. Leave the
bilge blower ON through the start-
ing process and until the boat has
planed.
To prevent a possible explosion, operate
the blower for at least four (4) minutes be-
fore starting the engine and always when at
idle or slow-running speed. Explosive gaso-
line and/or battery fumes may be present
in the engine compartment. Failure to do so
may result in serious injury or death!
Before starting the engine, open the en-
gine compartment and check for gasoline
fumes, fuel and oil leaks or the presence of
fuel or oil in the bilge.
NOTE: Always start the engine with
the control lever in the neutral position
or with the shift disengaged. Your boat
is equipped with a neutral-start safety
switch that will not allow the engine to be
started when in gear.
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